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06/16/2026

CALL OUT for Installation Artists! Want to leave your mark on Calgary this winter? ❄️

Chinook Blast 2027 is calling for innovative art and design installations that will transform our festival site of Eau Claire Plaza & Prince's Island Lagoon. We're looking for creative proposals that invite people to stop, play and explore, inspire outdoor winter activity, and celebrate the best of Calgary as a winter city. Selected installations will be showcased at the Chinook Blast Hub at Eau Claire Plaza & Prince's Island Lagoon throughout the festival, running Friday, January 29th to Monday, February 15th, 2027.

Funding opportunities range from $2,000–$20,000. This callout is open to artists, architects, designers, students, and multi-disciplinary teams, locally and beyond, with priority given to Calgary-based creators.

Ready to bring your idea to life? Learn more: https://www.chinookblast.ca/chinook-blast-2027-art-installation-call-for-proposals/

06/16/2026

Scotia Place is really starting to take shape and provide a sense of what Calgarians will experience when it opens its doors in the fall of 2027. Some of the work completed during the month of May included:

🚧 Installation of the metal deck on the Food Hall
🚧 1/3 of the roof deck is complete
🚧 Trellis structure installed on rooftop patio of the S.W. restaurant
🚧 Exterior drywall was installed on the west side & N.W. corner of the cauldron
🚧 Concrete stadia was installed on the east side of the upper bowl
🚧 Progress made on raising 14 Ave SE by 2 metres (6.5 feet)
🚧 Installation of exterior metal panels on south side of the cauldron
🚧 Steel was installed for main entrance of the Esso Community Arena entrance
🚧 Progress made on the installation of the catwalk
🚧 Installation of interior walls continued on the mezzanine level

To sign up for our email and to stay up to date, visit calgary.ca/ScotiaPlace or ScotiaPlace.com

📹 = CANA Group of Companies

06/16/2026

Property tax payments are due Tuesday, June 30, 2026.

Avoid a 7% late payment penalty by submitting your payment or joining the Tax Instalment Payment Plan (TIPP) on or before June 30.

Learn about all your payment options by visiting calgary.ca/propertytax.

06/15/2026

We’re reopening the Downtown Office Conversion Program, continuing work to bring more homes, activity, and life to downtown Calgary.

Since its launch, the program has supported 21 projects, transforming over 2.68 million square feet of underutilized office space into over 2,600 new homes, 226 hotel rooms, and a hostel.

The refined program offers greater flexibility, responds to market demand and supports new opportunities to transform underused office buildings into vibrant, purposeful spaces for Calgarians and visitors.

Applications are open from June 15 – July 27.

Learn more about the program and apply at calgary.ca/development/downtown-office-conversion-program

06/15/2026

June is National Indigenous History Month. It is a time to learn about and celebrate the rich history, cultures and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples, and to reflect on our shared path toward reconciliation.

Join us throughout the month at events across Calgary:

Gather with community to mark the start of the week.
📅 June 18 – CAUAC Awards
🕒 12:00 p.m.
📍 City Hall, Atrium
Help recognize community members who are advancing Truth and Reconciliation and building connections across cultures.

📅 June 21 – National Indigenous Family Day and Pow Wow
🕒 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
📍 Enmax Park – Elbow River Camp (Calgary Stampede grounds)

Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day with a full day of performances, activities, and an Indigenous arts and crafts market.

These events provide opportunities to come together and learn, connect and honour Indigenous cultures and communities.

06/15/2026

The 2026 Calgary Awards nominees are in and it’s time to celebrate their inspiring impact!

For over three decades, the Calgary Awards have honoured the outstanding achievements and contributions of remarkable Calgarians.

Explore the nominees across these categories:
🎨Arts
🏆Calgarian of the Year
🎉Community Advocate (individual & organization)
🏫Education
💎Grant MacEwan Lifetime Achievement
📜Heritage
🏛 Social Impact – Business
🌟Youth
🦽Award for Accessibility – Universal Design
🍃Environmental Achievement
🌎International Achievement
📖 W.O. Mitchell Book Prize

Check out the nominees at calgary.ca/CalgaryAwards

Save the date:
🕢 June 17 at 7:30 p.m.
🎥 Celebrate with us as we reveal this year’s award recipients.
📍 Tune in live at calgary.ca/CalgaryAwards

06/12/2026

Do you or someone you know use a wheelchair or mobility scooter? 🚕 ♿

Our Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles (WAV) one-stop booking service provides safe and efficient taxi to customers who require a wheelchair friendly vehicle 24/7.

No long waits, no stress!

To book your WAV or for more info, visit WAVcalgary.com and our team will be able to help you find the closest licensed accessible taxi.

06/12/2026

Your weekend plans have arrived!

It’s a busy weekend downtown and there’re so many ways to ! Here are a few places to start ⬇️

⚽ World Cup Watch Party: June 12, 12 p.m. at Eau Claire Plaza.
🛍️ Inglewood Night Market: June 12, 5:00 p.m.
🐆 The Calgary Zoo Sunday Safari Brunch: June 14.
🗺️ Calgary Archives Exhibit (Municipal Building Atrium 800 MacLeod Tr. SE)

Visit exploredowntownyyc.com for your guide to everything happening downtown!

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06/11/2026

Get on Board is a fun, supportive two-day camp where youth aged 15 to 21 with disabilities can build real-world transit skills with guidance every step of the way.

Through hands-on learning with Calgary Transit staff, including Peace Officers and customer service teams, participants will gain confidence and independence while learning how to navigate the system safely and effectively.

✅ Practice real-life skills like trip planning, safety and using fare systems
✅ Enjoy interactive experiences, including facility tours and real-system learning
✅ Learn in a welcoming environment designed specifically for youth with disabilities

📅 Three two-day sessions available:
• July 13–14
• July 27–28
• August 17–18
🕘 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day

Spots are limited and registration closes June 17, 2026.

👉 Learn more and register today:
https://www.calgarytransit.com/news/get-on-board-summer-camp-2026-opens-for-registration.html

06/11/2026

The Men’s World Cup is on, and downtown is where Calgary comes to cheer. ⚽🍁

As the 2026 Men’s World Cup kicks off, downtown is transforming into the ultimate destination for free World Cup Watch Parties.

Fans can cheer on team Canada on a giant outdoor screen, surrounded by a lively, family friendly atmosphere. Enjoy a vibrant fan zone with food trucks, team mascots, interactive activities, and youth soccer drills. Best of all, these events are free, accessible, and open to all ages.

📅 Watch with us:
⚽ June 12, pre-game festivities start at noon, match at 1:00 p.m. at Eau Claire Plaza: Canada vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina
⚽ June 18, pre-game festivities start at 3:00 p.m., match at 4:00 p.m. at Eau Claire Plaza: Canada vs. Qatar
⚽ June 24, pre-game festivities start at noon, match at 1:00 p.m. at Eau Claire Plaza: Canada vs. Switzerland
⚽ July 19, pre-game festivities start at noon, match at 1:00 p.m. at Stephen Avenue: TBD

Whether you’re a lifelong soccer fan or just want to soak up the energy, these watch parties are all about bringing people together, creating shared moments, and celebrating the game as a community.

👉 Watch it. Cheer it. Click here for all the details:
exploredowntownyyc.com/adventures/sports-and-recreation

06/11/2026

Questions about the new lawn and landscape schedule? Ask away!

Join our Reddit Ask me Anything (AMA) on https://www.reddit.com/r/Calgary/ today from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Water Resources Planner, Nicole Willment will be answering your questions live.

06/11/2026

🍁 The countdown to Canada Day on July 1 is officially on! 🎶
Join us at the Prince’s Island Park Main Stage for an incredible, all-Canadian lineup of music hosted by emcee Jason Tate, to power your celebrations!

Main Stage performances begin at 2pm.
🎤 Anthem performance by Michela Sheedy
🔥 Walk Off The Earth
✨ Tia Wood
☀️ Kardinal Offishall
🌟 Jamie Fine
🌻 Micah Sage

This FREE show features live music, amazing community vibes, and all the energy you need to celebrate Canada Day!

Beyond the main stage, this year we have even more places to celebrate across downtown. Start your day as early as 11am to experience everything from a powwow and cultural activities to food trucks, family fun, and face painting.

For more event details, visit calgary.ca/events/canada-day.html?cid=social-fb-canadaday-2026-msl-ak

06/10/2026

Due to improved conditions on the Bow River, the Calgary Fire Department is lifting the boating advisory issued on Friday, May 29, effective immediately.

Flow rates on both the Bow and Elbow rivers have decreased and river conditions have improved, however there is still reduced visibility, and the water temperature remains cold. At these levels, people can resume normal activities on and around our City’s rivers but are encouraged to use caution.

Along with turbidity and debris, conditions for a Calgary Fire Department boating advisory include Bow River flow rates exceeding 280 cubic metres per second above the Elbow River confluence.

Calgary Fire and its Aquatics Team will continue to monitor and patrol Calgary’s waterways.

As always, Calgarians are reminded to use caution and be prepared for anything on the water. All watercraft users must wear lifejackets, ensure they have the required equipment for boating, and must avoid consuming alcohol and other intoxicants on Calgary’s waterways.

Find out more about how to float and boat safely at calgary.ca/watersafety as well as calgary.ca/flood for information on river conditions.

06/10/2026

In the first quarter of this year, we’re looking at how we’re making progress on the services that shape the everyday lives of Calgarians from infrastructure and transit to more housing options.

Here are some highlights from Q1 2026:
💧 Water services: Outages dropped by 25% compared to the same quarter last year
📞 911 response: 97 per cent of 911 calls were answered in 15 seconds
🏘️ Housing: 6,633 new homes reached occupancy
🚍 Transit: 99 transit operators were hired to support services reliability
❄️ Snow clearing: 100% of priority 1 and 2 routes and 92% of sidewalks and pathways were cleared within 24 hours

Read the full Q1 2026 report at calgary.ca/quarterlyreport

The quarterly report provides highlights to key performance measures and indicators for our priority areas: housing, public safety, transit, and infrastructure.

06/10/2026

🏡 Get ready to celebrate the Neighbour Day on June 20! 🎉

It’s an annual celebration of community spirit and connection. By creating welcoming and inclusive communities, everyone can connect and feels a sense of belonging on Neighbour day and every day of the year. Check out some exciting ways to celebrate on Neighbour Day this year:

🎈 Enjoy a neighbourhood block party
🧺 Go for a sunny picnic in the park
🛍️ Explore local garage sales and community marketplaces
🎨 Enjoy family fun like arts, crafts and games
🖌️ Get a free mural activity kit from Tourism Calgary
👋 Invite the Mayor and your Councillor to drop by and say hello
🏀 Don’t miss out on Sport Calgary’s All Sport One Day, offering free sport activities for kids aged 6–17 across the city! Check the schedule and register at allsportoneday.ca

📸 Share your favorite moments throughout the day using !
🔍 Find your local events and learn more at calgary.ca/events/neighbour-day.html?cid=social-fb-neighbourday-2026-celeb-ak

06/09/2026

We’re strengthening Calgary’s water system through work you can see. And what you can’t see - strengthened plans, new leadership, expert oversight - will help catch issues earlier and make decisions faster. 💧

For more information: https://newsroom.calgary.ca/city-advancing-work-to-strengthen-calgarys-water-system/

06/09/2026

From early crossings to surviving powerful floods, Centre Street Bridge has connected Calgary for over a century.

In 1908, the first steel bridge was built connecting the north and south banks of the Bow River. Floodwaters rose in 1915 and partially swept it away. New construction plans began and in 1916 the original steel bridge was replaced by the four-arch-spanned, highly ornamental, concrete bridge that we all recognize today. Nearly a century later, when the river rose again during the 2013 flood, the bridge endured and continues to be a defining landmark of our city.

On International Archives Day, we’re celebrating the stories that shape our city. The City Archives offers a window into Calgary’s past. It is open for anyone to explore the stories, photos and documents that have shaped our history.

Visit the Municipal Complex (800 Macleod Trail SE) and check out the current Archives Exhibit on the changing Calgary landscape on until the end of September. Explore Calgary’s history at calgary.ca/archives.

Photo Credit:
Photo 1: View of Centre Street Bridge and downtown Calgary.
City of Calgary Archives - CalA 910604055
Photo 2: Centre Street Bridge giving way during the June 26th 1915 flood.
City of Calgary Archives - CalA CR92-025-02
Photo 3: Centre Street Bridge, near the end of its construction. City of Calgary Archives - CalA G83-9-001
Photo 4: Downtown, aerial view looking SW.
City of Calgary Archives - CalA PP-01393
Photo 5: June 21-22, 2013 Flood Photo Shoot - Centre Street Bridge.
COC Image Library ID 33457
Photo 6: Downtown Calgary, evening, view from northwest. Centre Street Bridge is lit in the foreground. COC Image Library ID 73093

06/08/2026

Downtown is Calgary’s sports & recreation hub this summer!🏀⚽

From getting active to catching the big game, downtown is packed with ways to play, move, and connect all season long.

Our Sports & Recreation Itinerary features:

🏀 Recreation programs: weekly programs and classes to help you stay active all summer.
🎉 Game Day viewing spots: lively places to catch the big game and cheer with other fans.
🎾 Sport locations: shoot hoops, paddle, skate, climb, and explore vibrant sport spaces across downtown.
🏋️ Athletic clubs and fitness classes: from running clubs to gyms and fitness classes, there’s always a way to break a sweat in the core.

Whether you’re ready to jump in or just soak up the energy, it’s all right here in one place.

Watch it, try it, cheer it! 👉exploredowntownyyc.com/adventures/sports-and-recreation

06/05/2026

Looking for weekend plans ? We’ve got you covered!

Here’s a sneak peak of what’s happening downtown this weekend
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🌎 Calgary Climate week: June 1-6.
🎨 The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland Watercolour in the Garden: June 6.
🤠 Cowboys Calgary Saddle Up in Style Fashion Show: June 5.
🪻 Lilac Festival: June 7.
🌱 Lougheed House Perennial Planters – Garden Skills Workshop: June 7.

Visit exploredowntownyyc.com for your full guide!

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06/04/2026

It’s the final day of the Mayor’s Environment Expo!🌎

This week, about 2,000 Calgary students took part in this free, annual event, now in its 37th year, designed to inspire the next generation of environmental leaders.

With more than 100 sessions offered online and in person, students explored hands-on exhibits and learning opportunities led by City staff and community partners. They also learned about local environmental issues and practical actions they can take at school and at home.

Want to learn more?
Visit calgary.ca/mee to see session recordings, and other educational opportunities.

06/04/2026

To keep water flowing for Calgarians, the feeder main needs to be big enough – but how big are we talking about?

Darren Finney – Manager – Major Projects, Utilities Delivery shares the answer with us.

To learn more and to stay up to date on the project visit calgary.ca/bearspawfeedermain

06/04/2026

We're excited to welcome Calgary Wild FC to their new training home at the MaxWell Soccer Centre. ⚽

As Alberta’s only professional women’s sports team, the Calgary Wild FC’s training presence helps inspire more girls to get active, stay engaged in sport and see themselves in the game. Their arrival reflects our commitment to growing opportunities for girls and women in sport and supporting the next generation of young athletes.

Read more about this at https://newsroom.calgary.ca/calgary-wild-fc-make-maxwell-soccer-centre-their-new-home-for-training/

06/03/2026

Scotia Place and Calgary's Culture + Entertainment District have been designed to deliver inclusive, barrier-free experiences for everyone. Some of the many accessible features and supporting infrastructure being integrated across Scotia Place and The C + E District include:

• Seamless street-level access: 14 Ave S.E. (between 5A St and Stampede Tr S.E.) is being raised by 2 metres (6.5 feet) to create seamless, barrier-free connections between Scotia Place, the surrounding plazas and the broader C+E District – enhancing accessibility, the pedestrian experience and multi-modal movement.
• Service animal relief areas: Two dedicated spaces – one indoors and one outdoors.
• Sensory-friendly quiet rooms: Calm, quiet spaces throughout the building to provide a place to reset and reduce sensory overload.
• Inclusive sport design: Both the Esso Community Arena and main facility are designed to support adaptive sport, including sledge hockey.

As Scotia Place continues to take shape within The Culture + Entertainment District, these features and the public realm improvements will help create a destination where everyone feels welcome, comfortable and connected.

To learn more, visit https://www.calgary.ca/major-projects/scotia-place/experience/accessible-features.html

📷 = Sledge hockey image courtesy of Tourism Calgary and Colin Way Photography

06/03/2026

📅 The All Sport One Day schedule and registration are now live! Check out the list of sports and locations where kids aged 6–17 can explore new activities on June 20 with our civic partner, Sport Calgary.

View the schedule and register 👉allsportoneday.ca

06/02/2026

June 2 update: Rivers expected to peak today as rainfall eases – no widespread flooding anticipated in Calgary.

Over the past three days, precipitation in Calgary has exceeded the monthly average of 80 mm, with 10 – 15 mm more expected today. River flows are tracking as expected and conditions will continue to be monitored.

What to expect:
• Some low-level pathways remain closed, with possible additional closures as river levels peak.
• Water pooling may continue in streets and catch basins.
• City crews are monitoring for riverbank erosion and damages to infrastructure and drainage systems; no damage has been reported.

🚧 As a precaution, crews have completed drainage checks, cleared catch basins and deployed a pump in Bowness.

Evacuations, major closures and flood barrier activation are not anticipated at this time.

⚠️Stay safe near rivers:
• Fast-moving, cold and debris-filled water creates hazardous conditions.
• Keep a safe distance from riverbanks and follow all advisories.
• A City of Calgary Boating Advisory remains in effect. Check calgary.ca/watersafety for updates.

Stay up-to-date:
🔗 River conditions: calgary.ca/flood
🔗 Pathway closures: calgary.ca/pathwayclosures